LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsMaterialise NV (MTLS)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
MTLS
Materialise NV
$5.49
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $310.58M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 9445217% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $267.63M). MTLS leads profitability with a 2.9% profit margin vs -0.3%. MTLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. MTLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
MTLS
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+74.0%
Fair Value
$21.19
Current Price
$5.49
$15.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : MTLS
The strongest argument for MTLS centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MTLS
The primary concerns for MTLS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while MTLS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
MTLS is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTLS scores higher overall (51/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
LG Display Co Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
LG Display Co., Ltd. is dedicated to the design, manufacture and sale of thin film transistor liquid crystal displays (TFT-LCD) and display panels based on organic light emitting diode (OLED) technology. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
Materialise NV
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Materialize NV offers additive manufacturing and medical software and 3D printing services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Leuven, Belgium.
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